Job Description: The Mechanical Engineer conducts research, plans and designs mechanical and electromechanical products and systems, and directs and coordinates activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, maintenance and repair of structural, mechanical and electromechanical products and systems. Essential Job Functions: Researches and analyzes data, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application Designs products or systems such as instruments, controls, machines, and mechanical, thermal, and hydraulic systems Plans and directs engineering personnel in fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and development of methods and procedures for testing products or systems Directs and coordinates fabrication and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and company specifications Coordinates operation, maintenance, and repair activities to obtain optimum utilization of machines and equipment Designs products and systems to interface machines, hardware, and software Evaluates field installations and recommends design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions Provides Engineering services including advice, information, and drawings to various supervisors in maintenance and repair departments as well as on board personnel Frequent equipment and jobsite visits and inspections Qualifications: A minimum of 3 years of experience preferred, ideally in Marine Services or Construction industry Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required, Master's degree preferred Technical understanding of construction and maintenance of marine vessels Strong knowledge of AutoCAD Ability to read and understand technical manuals and drawings Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common specific and technical journals Proficient skills in standard office software packages Ability to work a 50-hour work week, additional hours as needed Willingness and ability to travel required This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language Certification/Licenses: Valid Driver's license PE license preferred Physical Requirements: Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend, or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders that have capacity limits of 300 lbs. Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies, and parts, up to 50 lbs. unassisted Competitive Compensation and Benefits package offered: Medical + Vision and Dental Life Insurance & AD&D Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability 401(k)/Roth Paid Time Off Additional Duties: This Job Description does not cover all the required duties, activities, functions, and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., and its subsidiaries, with or without notice. Equal Employment Opportunity: Weeks Marine, Inc. and all its subsidiaries and affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and prohibit unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
